Raychelle Jones
Asheboro,NC
Summary
Self-sufficient Medication Aide skilled at recording patient vital signs and administering various medications to over 30 patients daily. Sound knowledge of medical terminology and use of medical equipment. Hands-on experience in obtaining and recording equipment readings. Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration. Qualified medication aide/certified nurse assistance specializes in personal care and related services under direction, instruction and supervision of registered nurses. History of managing mobility support, administering medications and organizing appointments. Reliable in keeping areas clean and organized to maintain healthy, safe environment. . Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Laurels of Salisbury
Salisbury, NC
10/06/23 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
- Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-administration of medications when applicable.
- Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed for patient care needs.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Performed routine inventory control checks of drugs stored in unit drug boxes or carts.
- Evaluated patient responses to medications administered and reported any changes or unusual occurrences immediately to supervising nurse or physician.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Demonstrated a commitment to customer service by responding promptly and courteously to requests from patients, visitors, physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
- Attended continuing education classes related to medication administration topics.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
Cna
Rtg Medical
01.2018 - Current
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort.
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Used mobility devices and [Type] equipment to carefully and transport patients.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
dedicated nurese associates
Murraysville, pa
06.2017 - Current
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
favorite taffing
charlotte, nc
06.2014 - Current
Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
Collected urine and fecal samples.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
Collected urine and fecal samples.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
CNA
Nightingale Nursing Agency
, NC
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
Briody Health Care Facility
Lockport, NY
04.2013 - 05.2015
Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Massaged patients and applied preparations and treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs and heat-lamp stimulation.
Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
Collected urine and fecal samples.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Assisted with ADLs.
Provided patients and families with emotional support.
Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.
Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Massaged patients and applied preparations and treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs and heat-lamp stimulation.
Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
Collected urine and fecal samples.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Assisted with ADLs.
Provided patients and families with emotional support.
Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.
Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
Newfane Rehabilitation
Newfane, NY
05.2012 - 04.2013
Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
Collected urine and fecal samples.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Assisted with ADLs.
Provided patients and families with emotional support.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication with regard to issues of death and dying.
Sensitive to the needs of geriatric patients.
Maintained a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.
Collected urine and fecal samples.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Assisted with ADLs.
Provided patients and families with emotional support.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication with regard to issues of death and dying.
Sensitive to the needs of geriatric patients.
Maintained a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.
Cna Certified Nursing Assistant
Niagara Rehabilitation-Nursing
Niagara Falls, NY
09.2011 - 02.2012
Maintained a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.
Participated in the maintenance of safe conditions within the facility and other related areas.
Promoted personal and co-worker safety.
Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.
Assisted with ADLs.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
Participated in the maintenance of safe conditions within the facility and other related areas.
Promoted personal and co-worker safety.
Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.
Assisted with ADLs.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
Pineville Rehab & Living Center
Pineville, NC
01.2010 - 08.2011
Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Assisted with ADLs.
Provided patients and families with emotional support.
Sensitive to the needs of geriatric patients.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Cleaned and organized patients’ living quarters.
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
Assisted with ADLs.
Provided patients and families with emotional support.
Sensitive to the needs of geriatric patients.
Education
McQuire Group
03.2003
High School Diploma - business
riverside high
1998
Skills
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Committed to compliance reporting
- Administering Medications
- Collecting vital signs
- Performing patient intakes
- Quick problem solver
- General housekeeping ability
- Infection control procedures
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Quality assurance controls
- Charting expertise
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Reliable transportation
- Drugs inventory
- Infection Control
- Prescription Verification
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment Sterilization
- HIPAA Compliance Certification
- Glucose Monitoring
- Monitoring for Side Effects
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Emergency Care
- Medication Schedule Adherence
- Medication Administration
- Dosage Calculation
- Certified Medication Aide
Affiliations
I am certified in
North Carolina 390146
New York
Idaho IDNC0024158E
Illinois
Wisconsin NA601208
Ohio 323377241016
Montana 351450
Minnesota 054622000
Massachusetts CNA-118525
south carolina 154821
virginia 1401190363
iowa 298875
texas
Timeline
CNA
Nightingale Nursing Agency
06.2022 - 09.2023
Cna
Rtg Medical
01.2018 - Current
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
dedicated nurese associates
06.2017 - Current
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
favorite taffing
06.2014 - Current
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
Briody Health Care Facility
04.2013 - 05.2015
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
Newfane Rehabilitation
05.2012 - 04.2013
Cna Certified Nursing Assistant
Niagara Rehabilitation-Nursing
09.2011 - 02.2012
Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant
Pineville Rehab & Living Center
01.2010 - 08.2011
Laurels of Salisbury
10/06/23 - Current
McQuire Group
High School Diploma - business
riverside high
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